Project Manager at Atkins

Duties and Responsibilities

Planning, monitoring, controlling and reporting on the following project matters

• Preparation of project implementation plans and ensuring adherence to them
• Advise on contractual arrangements and tender procedures to be followed
• Coordination of project designs
• Cost estimates, cost plans, management of project scope and changes
• Preparation and presentation of tender and contract documentation
• Managing tendering and negotiations
• Project scheduling and planning activities
• Planning and managing meetings and taking minutes of meetings
• Preparation and submission of regular progress reports
• Preparation and presentation of post-contract documentation
• Perform project management and coordination roles
• Planning and implementing Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) on projects in accordance with HH Quality Management System
• Contract administration and other Post Contract activities and services including close outs.
• Involvement in resolution of issues
• Management of Defects Liability period activities

Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. We build long-term trusted partnerships to create a world where lives are enriched through the implementation of our ideas.

Qualifications

Academic

• Bachelors and/or Master of Science/Arts (MSC/MA) in the relevant discipline.
• Technical training in building and civil engineering construction preferred
• Specialized training in project management will be an added advantage

Professional

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Architecture or Engineering faculties.
• Registration with BORAQS or ACEK as Quantity Surveyor, Architect or Engineer.
• Membership in Professional Societies such as AAK, IQSK, IEK

Required Experience

Must have minimum of 8 years or relevant experience in the area of specialization and Minimum 4 years as Project Manager.

Relevant Skills

• Use of computers and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, MS Project and Primavera Project Planner
• Bid documents preparation and checking skills.
• Possess proficiency in use of other technical software and applications such as WinQS, ArchiCAD, AutoCAD etc.
• Have strong management skills including leading and coordinating project teams, negotiating and problem solving.
• People skills including interpersonal, communication, presentation skills and report writing skills.
• Knowledge of contract management and administration.